Job Description
Join Innovate Future Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to transform emerging technologies into actionable business opportunities.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape the future of human-technology interaction. Our dynamic startup environment offers unparalleled autonomy to explore uncharted territories while solving humanity's most pressing challenges.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic foresight framework using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with data-driven impact projections
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and global innovation hubs for collaborative research
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at industry conferences
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate a culture of experimental innovation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field with 5+ years of experience
- Proven track record of translating emerging technologies into commercial strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience influencing executive decision-making
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic planning implementations
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or foresight academy)